Podcast appearances and mentions of dennis stokes

In this episode I'm joined by Dennis Stokes and Joe Elliston from Initial Ascent, along with our buddy Martin Chag. We're breaking down ultralight vs. backcountry hunting packs, real pack weights, and what it actually takes to haul heavy loads in the mountains. If you've packed meat or tried to cut weight without cutting safety, this episode's for you ____________________________________________________________________ WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. ____________________________________________________________________

Jason sits down with Joe Elliston and Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent to dive into the story behind their hunting pack company. They talk about what inspired them to start the brand, the hands-on prototyping process, and the rigorous testing their packs endured before ever hitting the market. The conversation highlights the innovation that sets their pack system apart, as well as where they're headed next in the world of high-performance backcountry gear. Connect with Jason, Dirk, and Phelps Game Calls MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Phelps MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tipsy Tuesday#47 Draw Strategies with Robert Hanneman of Hunting Fool. Find out how to use On X Elite tools to build 5-year, 10-year, and longer-term draw strategies. Robert explains the difference between Hunting fool memberships and OnX Hunt Elite tools and the benefits of each. Robert and Sam dive headfirst into the Wyoming elk application and what you need to know before you apply. Rokslide member Torin Miller reviews the Coros Vertix 2 GPS watch review. Brock Akers is back with a First Lite 308 pant review. Initial Ascent co-founder Dennis Stokes talks packs and new products Rokslide review here. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and recaps the latest Western news. Tipsy Tuesday #37 Youth Hunting Opportunities Hunting Fool Draw Deadlines Complete Grand Slam Raffle Initial Ascent Cliff Test Howl for Wildlife Check out Rokslides 2024 Best Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here.

Duncan Preston is best known for his appearances in Victoria Wood's television productions, including his roles of Clifford in the soap opera parody sketches Acorn Antiques and Stan in the sitcom Dinnerladies. He reprised his role of Clifford in Acorn Antiques The Musical in 2005. Duncan has made many guest appearances in various TV series, including Secret Army, The Professionals, All Creatures Great and Small, Robin of Sherwood, Bergerac, The New Statesman, Press Gang, Chalk, Boon, Casualty, Heartbeat, Hetty Wainthropp Investigates, Holby City, Peak Practice, Midsomer Murders, Dalziel and Pascoe and My Family. He was also a regular cast member in the sitcom Surgical Spirit and appeared as Dennis Stokes in Coronation Street in 2004. Duncan played Doug Potts in Emmerdale for a number of years and played Kevin's dad in Harry Enfield and Chums. A renowned Shakespearean actor, Duncan has performed in many productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company, including playing Angus in Trevor Nunn's version of Macbeth, starring Ian McKellen and Judi Dench .Duncan Preston is our guest in episode 456 of My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Follow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people . Get bonus episodes and ad-free listening by becoming a team member with Acast+! Your support will help us to keep making My Time Capsule. Join our team now! https://plus.acast.com/s/mytimecapsule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Big Hunt Guys sit down with Dennis Stokes and Joe Elliston of Initial Ascent backpacks on this week's episode. Initial Ascent packs were born out of Dennis's desire to find a backpack that was comfortable for every body type but specifically for someone like him who was dealing with lower back pain. The guys discuss the start of Initial Ascent, the design of the frame and bags, their unique approach to frame materials and design, and why Initial Ascent has taken off as one of the leading backpacks in hunting. They also discuss backpack fit and what someone should look for in a hunting pack.

EP 642: Dennis Stokes of Initial Accent Packs This week on the podcast, join us as we sit down with Dennis Stokes, co-founder of Initial Ascent, a pioneering backpack company. Dennis shares his journey from a dairy nutritionist in Florida to co-founding a backpack company in Idaho, driven by his passion for hunting and the […]

Ryan Lampers and I sit down with Dennis Stokes and Joe Elliston from Initial Ascent Backpacks. We discuss the updates to their backpacks and how they have made our backcountry hunting experiences better. Their frame design really makes heavier pack weight feel lighter. Be sure to check them out at https://initialascent.com/ or go check them out in person by Appointment Only. 1410 Lauren Ln Ste 101 Caldwell, ID 83605 info@initialascent.com 877-9IAPACK (942-7225) WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get access to EXCLUSIVE CONTENT and interact with other members of the GRITTY/STHEALTHY COMMUNITY by GOING TO: https://gritty.locals.com/register AND BECOME A SUPPORTER! ____________________________________________________________________

Dennis Stokes is salt of the earth. He is a man of integrity and dedication. Dedication to his family, work, ... Read more The post Episode 217 | Bear Hunting, Motivation, Backpacks & More w/ Dennis Stokes appeared first on Soul Seekers.

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Dennis and I Kicked it off talking about the Badass packs they make and the ridiculous amount of weight he made me pack. We also got into bear hunting and into the art of archery. dont forget to check out these guys and the awesome packs they make here in the USA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am joined by Iron Will Webber and Puffy Pants Dennis Stokes on this episode recapping our spring bear hunt ... Read more The post Ep. 163 | Spring Bear Recap with Will Webber & Dennis Stokes appeared first on Soul Seekers.

I am joined by Iron Will Webber and Puffy Pants Dennis Stokes on this episode recapping our spring bear hunt in the mountains of Idaho. It is a fun episode with some helpful tips if you are planning a spring bear hunt in the future. Tune in to find out more on your journey to … Continue reading Ep. 163 | Spring Bear Recap with Will Webber & Dennis Stokes → The post Ep. 163 | Spring Bear Recap with Will Webber & Dennis Stokes appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

Dennis and Joe, friends and founders of Initial Ascent Backpacks met in church. Neither one of them worked in product design or engineering. They did not work in the hunting industry and they were not born and raised out west, but somehow they designed one of the most innovative and best performing backcountry pack and frame systems on the market; known for its ability to handle massive loads.I got a chance to meet Joe and Dennis at the Western Hunting Expo and to try one of their revolutionary pack frames and I was extremely impressed with them, their company culture, and their product. In this episode we talk about their origin story, how faith plays a role in their entrepreneurial journey and a bunch more.I am excited to be doing some work with Initial Ascent this season. I will be using one of their packs on my upcoming spring bear hunt and I'll be doing a full review of the pack down the road, be on the lookout for that.If you're in the market for an amazing backcountry pack, and you want to support an awesome, American made, small business, run by some salt-of-the-earth guys, I highly recommend you check out Initial Ascent.AND if you use the Code: QUEST at initialascent.com you'll save some money on an amazing new pack AND support the Hunter's Quest Podcast!Initial Ascent Packs, use code: QUEST - save money / support THQ @ https://initialascent.com/________________________________________________________________________Heather's Choice, use code: HuntersQuest - 15% off @ https://www.heatherschoice.com/_______________________________________________________________________Black Rifle Coffee, use code: HuntersQuest20 – 20% off @ www.blackriflecoffee.com_____________________________________________________________________Two Vets Tripods, use code: QUEST5 – 5% off @ https://twovetssportinggoods.com/______________________________________________________________________Argali, use code: HQ10 - 10% off @ https://argalioutdoors.com/______________________________________________________________________Western Fly Covers, use code: HuntersQuest - 15% off @ https://www.westernflycovers.com/_______________________________________________________________________Eastman's TAGHUB, use code: HQ20 – 20% off @ https://taghub.eastmans.com/__________________________________________________________________________Subscribe to my YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGVP4F5g3SiOookJK01Jy5w____________________________________________________________________________Follow me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thehuntersquest/ and @huntermcwaters____________________________________________________________________________www.thehuntersquest.com

On this week’s episode I am joined by my good friend and co-owner of Initial Ascent Backpacks, Dennis Stokes, to ... Read more The post Ep. 156 | What To Pack For A Backcountry Bear Hunt with Dennis Stokes appeared first on Soul Seekers.

On this week’s episode I am joined by my good friend and co-owner of Initial Ascent Backpacks, Dennis Stokes, to talk gear and what we are bringing on our upcoming spring bear hunt. If you are a gear nut like Dennis and myself, this is an episode you will enjoy as we go through a … Continue reading Ep. 156 | What To Pack For A Backcountry Bear Hunt with Dennis Stokes → The post Ep. 156 | What To Pack For A Backcountry Bear Hunt with Dennis Stokes appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

Dylan is joined by Joe Elliston and Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent. They talk about the importance of finding gear that fits you, and shoot the breeze about past hunts, wild game, and important memories.

In this episode I talk to Dennis Stokes part owner of Initial Ascent. I talk to Dennis about his packs and how they got started making them in the first place. We also discuss why they are made in America.

Join me, Dennis Stokes from @InitialAscent and @KateSmallOutdoors as we reveal one of the greatest gifts an outdoor Women could ever receive. Something made just for her... Something long overdue in the outdoor community. #Brotherhoodofthetravelingpack #Sisterhoodofthetravelingpack ??? Happy Hunting Steve "Take Care of Each other. Take Care of the Earth." If you're looking to put together your own Alaskan Odyssey, message me and let's make it happen. I'm now helping people plan and book hunts for 2021 and beyond!

Once I learned about Initial Ascent, I knew that I needed to hunt with one of their backpacks. When I ... Read more The post Ep. 61 | Exciting News from Initial Ascent with Dennis Stokes & Kate Small appeared first on Soul Seekers.

Once I learned about Initial Ascent, I knew that I needed to hunt with one of their backpacks. When I was presented with the opportunity to be a part of the Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack, I fell in love. As I have come to know the guys behind the company, it only strengthens my … Continue reading Ep. 61 | Exciting News from Initial Ascent with Dennis Stokes & Kate Small → The post Ep. 61 | Exciting News from Initial Ascent with Dennis Stokes & Kate Small appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

I sat down with Kate Small and Dennis Stokes to introduce Initial Ascent's new Invictus pack frame. Designed for women and smaller frame hunters while offering the same features and options as IA's flagship Integrous frame but accommodating torso lengths 13"-17". We also jump into a little med kit talk and utilizing the off season to prepare for the "when it happens" medical emergency scenarios out in the field. Enjoy the episode. Head over to www.westerncontours.com partners and promos page and click the Mountain Dude logo to learn more.

If you have listened to episode 42, then you heard me talk about how I have wanted to try an ... Read more The post Ep. 52 | Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack – with Steve Opat & Dennis Stokes appeared first on Soul Seekers.

If you have listened to episode 42, then you heard me talk about how I have wanted to try an Initial Ascent backpack. On this episode I talk with Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent and Steve Opat about an idea they had called the “Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack.” If you are interested in trying … Continue reading Ep. 52 | Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack – with Steve Opat & Dennis Stokes → The post Ep. 52 | Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack – with Steve Opat & Dennis Stokes appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

"The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pack" is a promotional project I cooked up with Dennis Stokes from Initial Ascent packs.  Dennis and I tell the origin story of the concept and how you can get involved.  It's hunting season, that's all the more time I have to spend on the write-up! Enjoy and Happy Hunting. Steve Try Heather's Choice meals while you're out and about this fall. Eat well, and eat HEALTHY in the backcountry! And for your backcountry water sanitation needs, check out Roving Blue.  Use promo code AKOD to save money with both these great American small businesses. 

Hey guys I sat down with Joe and Dennis and we talk gear. Essentials, peripheral gear, why they carry what they carry, what experience has taught them over the years and the things they just can't live without. Enjoy the episode. Interested in learning more about Initial Ascent or picking up a great pack system follow the link below. https://initialascent.com/?aff=5

The two most important things beyond your weapon when it comes to hunting are your boots and your backpack. On ... Read more The post Ep. 42 | Let’s Talk Backpacks – with Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent appeared first on Soul Seekers.

The two most important things beyond your weapon when it comes to hunting are your boots and your backpack. On this episode we are joined by Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent to talk about all things backpacks and hunting. If you haven’t heard of Initial Ascent, it’s time to jump on board to comfort town! … Continue reading Ep. 42 | Let’s Talk Backpacks – with Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent → The post Ep. 42 | Let’s Talk Backpacks – with Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

I sat down with Dennis Stokes to learn a little bit more about one of the men behind Initial Ascent. We get into his faith, where he cut his teeth, the musician and of course a little IA. Enjoy the episode. To see the full IA line up follow the link to Western Contours YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmEvP3IJF4E Use code: wcp20 at https://initialascent.com/pack-systems/ and get a free bow holder, rifle holder and hip belt pouch with any pack purchase. 

We sat down with Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent packs, to run through their new additions and frame changes. Les Welch also joins us as he reviewed their pack back in 2018. Initial Ascent review by Les Welch -> https://www.rokslide.com/initial-ascent-backpack-review/ Gen2 review thread from Les Welch -> https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/2019-initial-ascent-gen-ii-pack-review.124883/ Initial Ascent -> https://initialascent.com/

We at HotBowga had the pleasure of talking to Dennis Stokes from Initial Ascent. Dennis was kind enough to discuss this past show season, deterring grizz, and a few stories from hunting in Idaho. This is one you won't want to miss! You probably also won't want to miss out on our great Instagram content: @hotbowga  Subscribe and rate the podcast to show us your love! We'd really appreciate it.  

Yes, you can deer hunt with an Initial Ascent pack say Dennis Stokes At Initial Ascent (http://initialascent.com/) innovation is at the forefront of every decision. We benchmark our products on Innovation, Quality, Durability, Functionality, and Comfort. Our products are 100% made in the United States. We are proud, American backcountry hunters who live, work, and play in the adventurous state of Idaho. We test our products extensively with help from our Ascent Team Athletes. We construct each product to outlast even the toughest environments. Our backpack frames have been through 14 generations and 3 years in development. We are honored to introduce the highest quality suspension system for backcountry hunters. Our IA4K bag design uses a “V” shaped structure, which properly centers heavy loads across the back. This creates a wedge, keeping the load high and tightly fitted. Pockets, zippers, and straps are strategically placed to increase efficiency and accessibility during the hunting experience. We hand-select our pack system materials using a thorough, arduous process. The materials we use to construct our products are the best on the market. We use Triaxial Carbon Fiber, 500d Cordura®, 400d Packcloth, UV resistant nylon webbing, water proof YKK zippers and Duraflex® buckles and hardware. Receive a $50 goHUNT Gear Shop Gift Card by using code WR when joining Insider http://bit.ly/2s8dX5k

Yes, you can deer hunt with an Initial Ascent pack say Dennis Stokes At Initial Ascent (http://initialascent.com/) innovation is at the forefront of every decision. We benchmark our products on Innovation, Quality, Durability, Functionality, and Comfort. Our products are 100% made in the United States. We are proud, American backcountry hunters who live, work, and […]

Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent joins Sam on Living Country in the City to chat about the intersection of dumb people and bears, hunting Arizona deer, killing deer with a coffee and cigarette in hand, starting Initial Ascent and building packs for the backcountry and some good ol' fashioned hunting talk. See more on the show notes page at livingcountryinthecity.com/75. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode focuses on stories that came out of our fraternities and residence halls, featuring interviews from the following alumni: Joe Higgs '79, Russell Pollard '69, Jack Clarke '69, John A. Burrell '69, Dennis Stokes '69, Rex Henthorn '59, Val Harris '64, Stewart Ellis '64. (Episode 21)

This episode looks at immersion learing through the college with interviews from the following alumni: Dennis Stokes '69, Steve Fox '69, Steve Sallot '69, Taimur Baig '94. (Episode 19)

Wabash traditions are spotlighted in this 2014 Scarlet Yarns snippet, ranging from the extinct to the newly emerging, with interviews from the following alumni: John A. Burrell '69, Bob M. Shearer '69, Dudley Burgess '64, John Tweedle '64, Dennis Stokes '64, Jim Durham '64. (Episode 14)

This episode, the first track from the 2014 Scarlet Yarns, remembers Norman Moore, Dean of Students from 1958-84. It features interviews with the following alumni: Bill Barnett '64, Jack Clarke '69, Bob M. Shearer '69, Jim McDaniel '74, Jim Millican '64, Dennis Stokes '69, Bill Robbins '64. (Episode 13)